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  • User manual

  • 2IntroductionCongratulations on purchasing a Snooper Safety Alert System!

    The enclosed user guide applies to two models of Lynx Lynx GT and Lynx GT Lite.

    Lynx GT has GPRS enabled and the AURA database will be updated via GPRS.

    Lynx GT Lite has GPRS disabled (this can be enabled but requires a subscription - see page 6 for details). The Lynx GT Lite requires connection to a PC in order to update the AURA database, unless GPRS is enabled.

    Live services refer to camera updates sent to the Lynx via GPRS (connected devices ONLY)

    In this manual reference will be made to connected devices. Units which are connected are the Lynx GT and the Lynx GT Lite where GPRS is enabled (subscription required).

    Lynx utilises Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) technology and General Packet Radio Service (GPRS). Lynx has been designed to help you drive safely within the confines of todays speed limits by alerting you quickly, and easily to the presence of fixed speed monitoring systems, often located at accident black spots. The geographical coordinates of all fixed speed monitoring systems and many officially designated accident hotspots have been stored on a database provided by AURA. The database is constantly monitored and updated via GPRS (Live services via GPRS are dependant on subscription, see page 6 for details). In addition Lynx community will also provide you with advanced warning of mobile speed traps such as laser guns and police patrol cars, ensuring that you are alerted to all fixed speed safety cameras and every potentially hazardous stretch of road.

    The AURA database is continually being updated by both the AURA database coordinators and other members of the Lynx live community. It is important that if you should encounter a mobile speed trap you should transmit that location to other Lynx users by utilising the Target button - refer to page 11 for full instructions (Lynx GT only unless Lynx GT Lite has GPRS enabled).

    Snooper recommends that you should only operate Lynx when it is safe to do so and you should stop in a safe place before logging a new location.

    Drive Safely with Snooper!

    Lynx has been designed and manufactured to help enhance road safety and is in no way a licence to speed nor has it been designed as a substitute for concentration. Driving within the speed limit, whilst carefully observing current road conditions is essential.

  • 3ContentsPage

    2. Introduction

    3. Contents

    4. Components

    5. Features

    6. Registering Lynx

    7. Installing Lynx

    Installing Lynx using the

    Windscreen Suction Cup bracket

    8. Installing Lynx using the

    Dashboard bracket

    9. Power Connection & Charging

    Replacing the Fuse

    10. Charging the internal battery

    Direct connecting/hard wiring Lynx

    Operating Instructions

    1.Using Lynx for the first time

    2.Standby Screen

    11. 3. Adjusting the Volume

    4. Target Button

    5. Logic Modes

    12. 6. Alert Patterns

    7. Road Type

    13. Features and Settings

    1. Speed Limit Alert

    2. Select Road Type

    3. Set Volume

    Page

    14. 4. Set Alert Tone

    5. Voice Alerts

    6. User Points

    15. 7. Change Language

    8. Smart Mute

    16. 9. Set Time

    10. Logic

    11. Adjust Brightness

    12. Schools

    17. 13. High Risk Zones

    14. Satellite Status

    15. Speed Type

    16. Change Screen Colour

    17. Key Sound

    18. 18. Vehicle Tracking and Reporting

    19. Version

    19. Motorcycle Installation

    Troubleshooting

    20. Specification

    Snooper Accessories & Price List

    21. Service under Warranty

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    Components IncludedThe following components are supplied with Lynx:

    1 x Lynx GPS/GPRS system

    1 x Windscreen suction cup bracket

    1 x 2m Coiled Power Lead with cigarette lighter socket adaptor

    1 x 2m Straight hard wire lead

    1 x 240v AC mains charger

    1 x CD ROM, download software and user manual

    1 x Dashboard bracket with double sided tape

    PLEASE NOTEDue to our desire to continually improve our products, the specification may change without notice.

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    Features1 Standby/Power Switch

    2 Target Button

    3 Full Colour Graphical Display

    4 OK

    5 12V Power Input Socket

    6 USB Socket

    7 Earphone Socket (Earphone not inc)

    8 Volume/Menu Navigation Control

    9 Menu Button

    10 Windscreen Bracket Mounting Slots

    11 Reset Button

    12 GPS External Antenna Socket (Antenna not included)

    13 Battery/Power Indicator

    14 Time Display

    15 GPS Signal Strength

    16 Compass Direction

    17 Speed or Speed Limit*

    * The speed reading displayed on Lynx is generated by the GPS receiver and its accuracy is dependent upon the number of satellites Lynx is locked on to. This speed reading is for guidance only.

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    6

    Registering LynxIMPORTANT! PLEASE READ BEFORE USING LyNx

    Lynx GT Lite is pre populated with the AURA database but we recommend that you perform a download before use.

    Data is supplied wirelessly to Lynx GT and Lynx GT Lite (connected) devices via GPRS technology. All new speed cameras and any amendments to our database will be sent to you automatically via GPRS. In addition you will receive the locations of mobile speed traps including laser traps supplied by other users driving in the same area. You can also share the locations of mobile speed traps with other users as well at the touch of a button.

    First though you need to activate this service by subscribing to a Lynx Airtime contract (Lynx GT and connected Lynx GT Lite only. Non connected devices will not receive camera updates via GPRS).

    Please note that Lynx GT and Lynx GT Lite (connected) devices will not operate and alert via GPRS without a Lynx Airtime contract.

    Register Online

    Go to the official Snooper website www.snooperneo.co.uk and register your unit online. In order for Lynx GT & Lynx GT Lite connected devices to operate correctly it needs to establish a connection with the GPRS network. The connection time can vary depending upon the network traffic and coverage. Please allow up to 24hrs Monday to Saturday or 48hrs on Sundays and Bank Holidays.

    Please Note: To register Lynx you will need the serial number of your unit and you are required to select a payment method at the time of registration. Lynx GT Lite includes lifetime camera updates via a PC only. To upgrade to updates via GPRS visit www.snooperneo.co.uk for the latest tariffs.

    There are three payment options available:

    Airtime tariff

    Monthly Debit or credit card payment of 7.99 inc VAT

    Quarterly Debit or Credit Card payment of 22.99 inc VAT

    Annual Debit or Credit Card payment of 86.99 inc VAT

    European roaming is available at an additional cost - contact Performance Products for full details

    Minimum contract term 12 months. Please note that Lynx GT and Lynx GT Lite (connected) devices will not alert via GPRS to any speed traps without a Lynx Airtime contract. For full terms and conditions please visit www.snooper.eu

    Prices are subject to change please refer to www.snooperneo.co.uk for latest subscription tariffs.

    PLEASE NOTEDue to our desire to continually improve our products, the specification may change without notice.

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    Installing LynxLynx comes with a windscreen suction cup bracket so that the unit can be mounted onto your vehicles windscreen.

    When installing Lynx please ensure that:

    Lynx has a clear view of the sky*

    It is located in a position where you can easily view the full colour LCD display without having to take your eyes too far from the road ahead and that you can reach the controls safely.

    Does not interfere with the vehicles controls

    Does not jeopardise the drivers or passengers safety

    * Please Note: Some vehicles may come with a Heat Reflective, Metal Oxide, Athermic or Comfort windscreen which may affect the performance of the built in GPS antenna. If you are unsure what type of windscreen is fitted to your vehicle then contact your local vehicle dealer or manufacturer for further information. In these situations you will need to purchase an extension GPS antenna, which can be positioned either on the rear parcel shelf or outside the cabin of the vehicle. Call 0333 240 1000 and select Option 1 for further details.

    When adjusting the angle of the windscreen bracket please remove Lynx from the bracket FIRST before adjusting.

    PLEASE NOTE: Be careful to choose a location that does not obscure the drivers view or where it might endanger the driver or passengers should your vehicle suddenly come to a stop or be involved in an accident.

    Installing Lynx using the Windscreen Suction Cup bracket

    You can mount Lynx to the inside of your vehicles windscreen using the suction cup windscreen bracket provided. Simply select a position within the windscreen so that the top of the unit has a clear view of the sky, remembering that you may need to connect the power connection cable as well as ensuring that you can read the TFT LCD display and reach the controls safely.

    DO NOT leave the unit in view when the car is unattended during hot conditions. Exposing Lynx to extremely high temperatures can temporarily impair performance. Keep Lynx out of sight when

    not in use to help avoid potential theft

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    Follow these instructions to mount the unit in this way.

    Clean the area where you wish to position the bracket thoroughly with a good quality glass cleaner

    Adjust the angle of the bracket so that when the unit is attached to it you can view the display and operate the controls safely. Do not adjust the angle of the bracket when Lynx is attached.

    Press the suction cups against the windscreen and push to secure in place.

    Slide Lynx onto the bracket, ensuring the recess on the plate is at the top.

    To remove Lynx from the windscreen bracket, simply slide the unit upwards off the plate.

    The unit can be powered directly from its internal battery if its charged or powered from the cigarette lighter socket. To use the cigarette lighter socket, plug the smaller plug on one end of the power cable into the socket marked 12V DC on the left side of Lynx and plug the larger plug into the cigarette lighter socket of your vehicle. Lynx is now ready for use.

    Installing Lynx using the Dashboard bracketThe Lynx can be mounted on the Dashboard using the included bracket.

    To fix the bracket:

    Find a suitable location on the dashboard which does not obscure the drivers vision or compromise the safe operation of vehicle controls.

    Clean the surface of the bracket and the area on the dashboard with a propriety cleaner such a methylated spirits or an alcohol wipe.

    Peel one side of the tape and attach it to the bracket, peel the remaining side and place the bracket on the dashboard.

    Hold the bracket in place for 3 minutes for the adhesive to bond. Please note: Full adhesion can take up to 3 hours to complete therefore we would recommend you do not drive with the Lynx on the bracket until the 3 hour period has elapsed.

    REMOVAL Prior to removal, and to avoid potential damage to the dashboard, you should use a suitable label removal solution before attempting to remove.

    Please note that no power cable other than the one provided with Lynx should be used. Lynx operates on 12V DC and the power cable included is specifically designed to provide this voltage and to charge the internal battery. Using an alternative power cable will damage the unit and void the warranty.

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    Power Connection & ChargingPowering and charging Lynx from the cigarette lighter socketLynx comes with a power cable designed to plug into your vehicles cigarette lighter socket. This lead will power the device but will also charge Lynxs internal battery. Firstly take the lead and plug the smaller end into the 12V DC input socket on the bottom left hand side of Lynx and plug the cigarette lighter adaptor into your vehicles cigarette lighter socket. Press and hold the standby power button on the left hand side of the units fascia for two seconds to switch on the device.

    Please Note: Do not leave Lynx plugged into the cigarette lighter socket when you start your vehicle. The cigarette lighter socket is prone to power surges as the vehicle is started and this may cause damage to your unit.

    If the device does not power up please check that the cigarette lighter socket is clean of any debris, remembering not to insert metal objects into the socket. Check that the cigarette lighter adaptor is inserted all the way into the socket and check that the fuse in the cigarette lighter adaptor is operational. If Lynx will still not power up, please check that the cigarette lighter in your vehicle is functioning correctly.

    Replacing the FuseIf Lynx does not switch on or the battery does not charge, the fuse in the cigarette lighter plug may have blown. To ascertain if the fuse has blown, follow the steps below and if necessary replace it with a 2 amp, 5 x 20mm fast acting fuse.

    Caution: Using a fuse that does not meet these ratings or defeating fuse protection can damage your unit, the power cable, or the vehicles electrical system.

    1. Grasp the ring near the tip of the cigarette lighter plug, and then carefully unscrew the ring by turning it counter clockwise.

    Caution: If you must use pliers to loosen the ring, be careful not to crush the tip. Never use pliers or other tools to retighten the ring on the cigarette lighter plug.

    2. Pull the ring straight out, then remove the metal tip and old fuse.

    3. Check the fuse to see if it has blown. If it has, replace it.

    4. Replace the metal tip inside the ring, then place the fuse inside the cigarette lighter plug and screw the ring back onto the plug. Make sure the metal tip is visible when you reassemble the cigarette lighter plug.

    Plug the smaller end into the 12V DC input socketPlug the cigarette lighter adaptor intoyour vehicles cigarette lighter socket

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    Charging the internal batteryLynx can be charged using either the cigarette lighter adaptor in your vehicle or via the mains adaptor. If the unit is turned on the battery charge icon will be animated during charging.

    Once fully charged the battery will last approximately 3 hrs during normal use.

    Note: The new batterys full performance is only achieved after two or three complete charges and discharges.

    Direct connecting/hard wiring LynxYou can power Lynx by wiring it directly to your vehicles 12V electrical system using the Hard Wire cable which is supplied as standard with your unit. First connect the positive side of the cable (marked with a red plus symbol) to a 12V switched live. This is a live that is ON when the ignition is ON and OFF when the ignition is OFF. The negative side of the lead should be connected to a negative ground, so it can be attached to any metal portion of the vehicles frame. Next plug the small adaptor on the other end of the lead into the 12V DC input socket on the left side of the unit.

    Important: If you are unfamiliar with this procedure, please consult a professional auto electrician.

    Operating Instructions1. Using Lynx for the first timeFirstly Lynx will need to establish a connection to the GPRS network (not Lite). The time taken can vary, please refer to page 6. After you have installed Lynx into your vehicle it is time to perform the first start up. First make sure your vehicle is parked in as open a space as possible, clear of tall trees and buildings so that Lynx has clear a view of the sky above. Next switch the unit on by pressing the Standby Power button for two seconds. The LCD graphical display will briefly display the Lynx logo, Logic # (see Section 11), Mway, City or All (see Section 7) and finally Searching for Satellites will flash on the screen as the unit begins to search for satellite connection.

    Lynx needs to acquire a minimum of four satellites in order to work. Once this has been achieved Lynx will proceed to the Standby screen of your choice (See Standby Screen below). As soon as the standby screen is displayed Lynx is ready to use and will now automatically alert you to of any locations stored in its database. A variety of audible and visual alert patterns are available. See Features and Settings later in this user manual for more detailed information.

    As the GPS engine and antenna have never been used before, the first Cold start could take anywhere from 15 30 minutes to establish a satellite connection. Once initialised, subsequent start ups will take less time and eventually should take only a matter of minutes.

    Please Note: If the unit is not used for some time the initial GPS start up may take longer than when the unit is used regularly.

    2. Standby ScreenThere are eleven different screen colour settings for the standby display. To change the screen colour:

    Press the MENU button to enter the menu the Set Alert Range menu option will be displayed.

    Push the UP button until Change Screen Colour is displayed and then press the OK button.

    Press the UP and DOWN buttons to scroll through the screen colour options. When your preferred setting is displayed, press the OK button again. The unit will confirm the new setting has been stored.

    If you would like to exit the Menu at any time press either the Target or the MENU button. If no buttons are pressed for a period of five seconds the unit will automatically exit the Menu and return to your chosen standby display.

    Change Screen Colour

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    3. Adjusting the VolumeLynx has an adjustable volume for controlling the loudness of the audible alert.

    To increase the volume push the UP button on the left hand side of the unit.

    To decrease the volume push the DOWN button on the left hand side of the unit.

    4. Target ButtonIf you should encounter a mobile speed trap and you do not receive an alert you should save that position.

    There are three options when you press the Target button:

    To scroll between the options use the Target and Power buttons then use Target to select.

    1. yes This will send the GPS coodinates to the AURA database server. This location will then be distributed to other Lynx users, this location will remain live for 6hrs (connected devices ONLY).

    Press the Target button to confirm

    2. Cancel This cancels the store option and returns to the main screen.

    Highlight and press the Target button to confirm

    3. Store to device This feature will store GPS coordinates to the Lynx as a user point. User points can be edited and deleted within the user point section of the main menu.

    Highlight and press the Target button to confirm

    NOTE: This location will not be shared with other Lynx users

    If you store to the unit only, when you next pass the fixed safety camera site again Lynx will now alert you to the new location. User points can be edited so that the correct alert for that camera location is given.

    As the unit does not know what type of system you are passing until the user point is edited the unit will alert to the coordinate as a high risk zone (See User Points on page 15). Your unit can hold up to 99 coordinates in its memory.

    MUTEIf during an alert you decide that you would like to mute the audible alert, but still retain a visual alert simply press the Target button. The screen will continue to display a visual alert but no audible alert will be produced. After you have travelled out of range of that location the unit will automatically reset so that the next time you encounter a fixed speed camera location you will receive both an audible and a visual alert as normal.

    Cancelling an AlertIf during an alert you decide that you would like to cancel it simply press and hold the Target button. The display will confirm that the alert has been cancelled and will return to the standby screen.

    5. Logic ModesThere are three Logic modes that you can select on Lynx. These different Logic settings determine how Lynx alerts you to fixed speed safety cameras.

    Logic 1 (factory default) When in Logic 1 your unit will alert you both audibly and visually to fixed safety cameras on both sides of the carriageway as you approach them.

    Set Volume

    0 100

    - +

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    6. Alert Patterns

    Fixed Speed Safety Cameras As you approach a fixed speed safety camera the unit will begin to emit either a voice alert or your chosen audible alert at your preset alert distance. As you approach the fixed speed safety camera the beeping will quicken. At the same time the display will indicate the type of location you are approaching, the speed limit at that location and will then begin to count down the distance in 50 metre increments to that location. The unit will continue to alert you until you have passed the fixed speed safety camera.

    Automute When your device alerts you to a location, rather than continually beeping through the alert, it simply beeps at your selected volume for five seconds and then automatically mutes the sound to volume level 3 until you have passed or moved out of range of the fixed speed safety camera. This allows you to receive a brief audible alert instead of a continuous one.

    Note: This function is built into the unit and cannot be switched on or off.

    If you would like to change the alert to a visual alert only press the Target button to temporarily turn off the sound. If at any time you would like to stop the alert, simply press and hold the Target button.

    7. Road Type

    CITy In CITY mode Lynx will only provide alerts to fixed speed safety cameras that are located on A or B classified roads and are in range of your unit.

    MOTORWAy In Motorway mode (displayed as M-way) Lynx will only provide alerts for fixed speed safety cameras located on a motorway and are within range of your device.

    Note: If your speed drops below 20mph the device will sound an audible alert and the Select Road Type screen will be displayed to remind you that you may no longer be travelling on a motorway and may need to change the mode of the unit to CITY or ALL.

    ALL (Recommended) In ALL mode Lynx will provide alerts on all road types of any fixed speed safety cameras that are within range of the unit. Note: If you were travelling on a section of motorway for example it would mean that the unit could detect locations situated on an A or B road that is near to the motorway. As it is not on the road you are travelling though, it is not a threat and you might prefer to select the M-way setting so that the unit would ignore these unwanted alerts.

    PLEASE NOTE: Whilst in CITY mode the device will not detect any locations located on a motorway. When the unit is in MWAY mode the unit will not detect any locations located on A or B roads so you need to remember to change modes when leaving an M type road.

    Select Road Type

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    Features and SettingsLynx has many different features and settings that you can adjust very easily.

    To enter the Menu of the user options press the MENU button on the left hand side of the unit. Use the UP/DOWN button to scroll through the options and then select your desired menu item by pressing the OK button on the right hand side of the unit.

    Please Note: If you would like to exit the Menu at any time press the Target button. If you do not press any buttons for a period of five seconds the unit will automatically exit the Menu and return to the Standby display.

    The following menu options are available on your unit. Press the OK button once your desired option is displayed.

    1. Speed Limit AlertThis safety feature has been designed to let you program Lynx to alert you when you reach any speed you choose. For instance you could set your unit to alert you when your speed reaches 30mph so that you never accidentally stray over the speed limit.

    To set the speed limit alert:

    Press the OK button when Speed Limit Alert is displayed in the menu options.

    Highlight ON by pushing the UP/DOWN button upwards and then press the OK button.

    Push the UP/DOWN button upwards to increase the speed limit or downwards to decrease the speed limit.

    Once your desired setting is displayed press the OK button to save the new setting. The unit will display Setting Confirmed.

    Note: The speed limit alert will only activate once you exceed your speed limit setting. If you remain above your speed limit you will not receive another alert until your speed drops below your speed limit setting and you then increase your speed again.

    2. Select Road TypeAs specified in the Operating Instructions section earlier in this manual you can select the road type to screen out unwanted alerts on A and B roads when you are on a Motorway or screen out unwanted alerts when travelling on an A or B road of camera locations situated on a motorway.

    To alter the road type

    Press the OK button when Select Road Type is displayed in the menu options.

    Highlight your desired option (City, M-way or All) by using the UP/DOWN button.

    Once you have highlighted your desired setting press the OK button. The unit will display Setting Confirmed indicating the new setting has been saved.

    3. Set VolumeYou can set the volume level of your unit by selecting this option.

    To change the volume setting:

    Press the OK button when Set Volume is displayed in the menu options.

    To increase the volume push the UP/DOWN button upwards; to decrease the volume push the UP/DOWN button downwards.

    Press the OK button to save the new setting. The unit will display Setting Confirmed.

    Speed Limit Alert

    Select Road Type

    Set Volume

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    4. Set Alert ToneThere are three audible settings to choose from:

    Hard Tone

    Soft Tone

    Off

    To select your alert tone:

    Press the OK button when Set Alert Tone is displayed in the menu option.

    Highlight your desired option by pushing the UP/DOWN button upwards or downwards.

    Once your desired setting is highlighted press the OK button to save the new setting. The unit will display Setting Confirmed.

    5. Voice AlertsLynx has a selectable voice alert which is switched ON by default. This facility allows your unit to inform you to exactly what type of location you are approaching without you having to take your eyes from the road. The unit also indicates the posted speed limit for that location.

    To alter the settings for voice alerts:

    Press the OK button when Voice Alerts is displayed in the menu options.

    Highlight your desired option (ON or OFF) by pushing the UP/DOWN button upwards or downwards.

    Once you have highlighted your desired setting press the OK button. The unit will display Setting Confirmed indicating the setting has been saved.

    Note: If voice alerts are turned OFF the unit will alert you to the location of a Fixed Speed Safety camera by a series of beeps. The visual display will remain the same.

    6. User PointsIt is possible to add and edit your own personal locations on Lynx. To add a new location make sure you are stationary and parked in a safe, legal manner then press the Target button, highlight Save to Device by pressing the power button twice then press the Target button to store the location.

    NOTE: If you save a user point to the device it will not be shared with other Lynx users.

    To view your saved coordinates:

    Press the OK button when User Points is displayed in the menu options.

    Edit is highlighted by default. Press the OK button to view or edit your stored coordinates.

    To scroll through the user points you have stored push the MENU button to select the user point.

    To edit the user point:

    Once you have selected the user point that you wish to edit push the UP/DOWN button downwards CAM TYPE will be selected. Push the MENU button until the correct camera type is displayed.

    Push the UP/DOWN button downwards LIMIT will be highlighted. Push the MENU button until the correct speed limit for that location is displayed.

    Voice Alerts

    Set Alert Tone

    User Points

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    Push the UP/DOWN button downwards SPD TYPE will be highlighted. Push the MENU button to select either MPH or KMH

    Once you have made your changes press the OK button. The unit will display Setting Confirmed to indicate the changes have been saved.

    Troubleshooting Saving New Coordinates When you attempt to save a new coordinate but the display reads Weak Signal! it means that Lynx is not receiving sufficient signal strength to plot the position. Please ensure that Lynx has a clear view of the sky, the unit is displaying the standby screen and then try again.

    When you attempt to save the new coordinate and the display reads Memory Full it means that the memory in Lynx is completely full. If you want to store any new coordinates you will have to either delete some or all of the existing coordinates stored in the units memory.

    Deleting Stored Coordinates If you would like to delete any of the coordinates you have stored in your units memory:

    Press the OK button when User Points is displayed in the menu options.

    To delete individual user points highlight Delete by pushing the UP/DOWN button downwards. Once Delete is selected press the OK button.

    Push the UP/DOWN button to scroll through the stored user points. Once the coordinates you wish to delete are visible on the display, press the OK button.

    A new screen will be displayed asking you to Confirm Delete?. If you wish to delete the coordinate highlight Yes and then press the OK button. If you do not wish to delete the coordinate highlight No and then press the OK button.

    Lynx will confirm the coordinate has been deleted by displaying Position Cleared.

    To delete all the user stored coordinates on Lynx

    Press the OK button when User Points is displayed in the menu options.

    Highlight the Delete All option by pushing the UP/DOWN button then press the OK button.

    A new screen will be displayed asking you to Confirm Delete? with the options of Yes or No. Highlight your desired option then press the OK button to confirm deletion. The unit will confirm the coordinates have been deleted by displaying Position Cleared.

    7. Change Language

    This feature will allow you to select the language of the menu options and voice alerts on the unit. There are nine languages available; English, French, Dutch, German, Spanish, Norwegian, Portuguese, Swedish and Finnish.

    8. Smart Mute

    The Smart Mute setting provides an alternative alert when approaching a Fixed Speed Safety Camera. If you are travelling below the posted speed limit the unit will provide an audible alert but then the rest of the alert is visual only. As the unit counts down the distance to the Fixed Speed Safety Camera the alert is visual only. If you are travelling above the posted speed limit however you will receive both an audible and a visual alert as normal. Once you drop below the posted speed limit for that Fixed Speed Safety Camera the audible alert will cease and the unit will only provide a visual alert.

    Note: The smart mute function does not apply to locations received via GPRS.

    To adjust the Smart Mute setting

    Press the OK button when Smart Mute is displayed in the menu options.

    Highlight your desired option (ON or OFF) by pushing the UP/DOWN button.

    Smart Mute

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    Once you have highlighted your desired setting press the OK button. The unit will display Setting Confirmed indicating the new setting has been saved.

    9. Set TimeLynx displays the time on the Standby Screen. This reading is updated by the GPS Atomic Clock and is generated directly from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and is completely accurate. However it does not automatically adjust for British Summer Time (BST) or Central European time (CET) and is required to be adjusted manually. The device is supplied with a factory default setting of GMT+0.

    To adjust the time

    Press the OK button when Set Time is displayed in the menu options GMT + 0 is displayed.

    Push the UP/DOWN button until the desired time is displayed then press the OK button. The unit will display Setting Confirmed indicating the new setting has been saved.

    10. LogicDisplays the logic mode of the Lynx

    11. Adjust BrightnessYou can adjust the brightness of the TFT LCD full colour graphical display to accommodate different driving conditions.

    To adjust the brightness of the display

    Press the OK button when the Adjust Brightness is displayed in the menu options.

    To increase the brightness push the UP/DOWN button to increase or decrease the brightness

    Press the OK button to save the new setting. The unit will display Setting Confirmed

    12. SchoolsLynx allows you the option of choosing whether or not you would like to receive advanced warnings of Primary Schools (Schools are time sensitive on Lynx 08:30-09:30am, 12:00-13:00 and 15:30 to 16:30). This feature is switched ON by default. However if you wish to turn this alert off (at weekends for example) you can do this by using this facility.

    Please Note: This feature is only available in the UK

    Please Note: The schools database is pre-loaded onto the unit but is switched OFF by default. The unit can only alert you to Primary School locations if you switch this feature ON.

    To turn School alerts ON or OFF

    Press the OK button when Schools is displayed in the menu options.

    Highlight your desired option (ON or OFF) by using the UP/DOWN button.

    Once you have highlighted your desired setting press the OK button. The unit will display Setting Confirmed indicating the new

    setting has been saved.

    Set Time

    Logic

    Adjust Brightness

    Schools

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    13. High Risk ZonesLynx allows you the option of choosing whether or not you would like to receive advanced warnings of areas such as Accident Black spots that may not currently have Fixed Speed Safety Cameras installed near them but which are still considered as High Risk Zones. This option is switched ON by default.

    To turn High Risk Zone alerts ON or OFF

    Press the OK button when High Risk Zones is displayed in the menu options.

    Highlight your desired option (ON or OFF) by using the UP/DOWN button.

    Once you have highlighted your desired setting press the OK button. The unit will display Setting Confirmed indicating the new

    setting has been saved.

    14. Satellite StatusLynx comes with a facility to check the GPS and GPRS status.

    To view the information:

    Press the OK button when Satellite Status is displayed in the menu options.

    15. Speed TypeThis feature allows you to choose which speed measurement method you prefer either kilometres per hour (KMH) or miles per hour (MPH). The device is supplied with MPH turned ON as the factory default setting.

    To change the speed measurement type

    Press the OK button when Speed Type is displayed in the menu options.

    Highlight your desired option (MPH or KMH) by using the UP/DOWN button.

    Once you have highlighted your desired setting press the OK button. The unit will display Setting Confirmed indicating the new setting has been saved.

    16. Change Screen ColourThere are eleven different screen colour settings for the standby display.

    To change the screen colour:

    Press the OK button when Change Screen Colour is displayed in the menu options.

    Move the OK button left or right to scroll through the colour options. When your preferred setting is displayed, press the OK button again. The unit will display Setting Confirmed indicating the new setting has been saved.

    17. Key SoundWhen you use the OK button to enter or scroll through the menu options on Lynx an audible beep is emitted each time the button is operated. This audible beep is turned ON by default.

    To turn the Key Sound ON or OFF

    Press the OK button when Key Sound is displayed in the menu options.

    Highlight your desired option (ON or OFF) by using the UP/DOWN button.

    Once you have highlighted your desired setting press the OK button. The unit will display Setting Confirmed indicating the new setting has been saved.

    High Risk Zones

    Speed Type

    Change Screen Colour

    Satellite Status

    Key Sound

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    18. Vehicle Tracking and Reporting (connected devices only)Lynx has the facility to be used as a GPS vehicle tracking and reporting device. When Lynx is switched On and being used in the vehicle it will record your GPS location co-ordinates once a minute and sends this data to the AURA server. This information can be useful if you are a company car driver who has to report their car use or mileage or if you are a personal user you may simply want to know where your vehicle has been or where it is at any given time.

    This data is stored on a secure server and can only be accessed by authorised users, you will be required to register your details and set up an account at www.snooperneo.co.uk in order to access the secure area.

    Please log on to your account to configure the report options available.

    There are four options:

    1. Business If you are a business user and you are required to report your vehicle mileage you should select this option

    2. Personal If you wish to track your device for personal or security reasons you should select this option.

    3. Business and Personal If you choose this option you will be required to choose Business or Personal each time. Then when you review your data using the LYNX on-line tracking facility the data will be split between miles travelled with Business selected and miles travelled with Personal selected.

    4. Off This will turn off the tracking facility and no data will be sent to the tracking server.

    Changing the Tracker mode

    Enter Menu and scroll down until you see the Tracker option. Press the OK button.

    Highlight your desired option by pushing the UP/DOWN button .

    Once you have highlighted your desired setting press the OK button. The unit will display Setting Confirmed indicating the new setting has been saved.

    19. VersionThis displays the following information:

    VER: This is the firmware version of Lynx

    DB: This shows the status of the pre installed AURA database

    CID: This is the unique SIM card identification number

    Tracker

    Version

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    Motorcycle InstallationLynx can be installed on to a motorcycle. An ear piece is available as an optional extra so that audible alerts can be heard.

    Remember however that Lynx is not waterproof so needs to be mounted within a tank bag or other waterproof holder. Always remember that in order for Lynx to work effectively the unit needs to be positioned so that it has an unobstructed view of the sky. If you require any further advice please visit our website www.snooperuk.com

    Troubleshooting The unit cannot be switched on

    Check that the cigarette lighter adaptor is fully inserted into the cigarette lighter socket and that the cigarette lighter socket is functioning properly. Check that the lighter socket is clean and free from debris. Also check that the fuse of the cigarette lighter adaptor is intact.

    If you are using the hardwire connection check that you have secured a good earth and that you have taken the 12v feed from a 12v supply that is live on ignition. Also check that the in-line fuse is intact.

    The unit cannot acquire satellite connection

    Check that Lynx has a clear view of the sky above.

    If this is the first time you have powered up Lynx please remember that the first cold start may take up to 30 minutes to acquire sufficient satellite connection. The unit requires time to calibrate and you will find that with subsequent use the time for acquiring satellites will reduce.

    The satellite signal temporarily or permanently drops out

    This may happen temporarily in areas where there are a significant number of tall buildings or trees or whilst driving through a tunnel. The signal should only be lost for a few seconds and quickly reacquired.

    Check that the device has not moved and that Lynx still has a good clear view of the sky above.

    Very occasionally you may experience inadequate satellite coverage that may lead you to loosing a signal. This should last no longer than a few minutes.

    The device does not give an audible alert at fixed speed camera systems

    Check your settings to see if you have Smart Mute activated. If Smart Mute has been activated the device will only alert you to GPS generated locations if you are travelling above the posted speed limit.

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    SpecificationGeneral

    Power requirements 10 16V DC, 320mA (Negative Ground)

    Temperature Range 4 to 158F (-20 to 70C)

    Dimensions

    Width 95mm

    Depth 28mm

    Height 64mm

    GPS

    Receiving Method 16 channels parallel

    Receiving Frequency 1575.42 MHz +/- 1 MHz, C/A code

    Initial cold Start 5 to 45 minutes (Typ) at normal temperature

    Normal Cold Start 90 seconds (Typ) at normal temperature

    Warm Start 30 seconds (Typ) at normal temperature

    Hot Start 5 seconds (Typ) at normal temperature

    Snooper Accessories & Price ListThe following accessories are available from your local Snooper dealer. For further details please visit www.snooperuk.com

    External GPS extension antenna 34.99

    Coiled power lead with cigarette lighter adaptor 12.99

    2m Straight power lead with cigarette lighter adaptor 12.99

    2m Straight hard wire lead with fuse 12.99

    Windscreen mounting bracket 14.99

    Dashboard mounting bracket 9.99

    Custom Pro Fit Bracket* 19.99

    *Pro Fit brackets are a custom bracket, usually attached to an air vent. These brackets are specific to each vehicle so therefore you should contact Performance Products, on 0333 240 1000 and select option 1, to check the availability of a bracket for your vehicle.

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    Service under WarrantyLynx comes with a standard one year manufacturers warranty. If, for some reason, your unit requires service under warranty return Lynx, via special or recorded delivery, or alternatively via another equivalent insured courier service and in suitable packaging to:

    The Returns Department Performance Products Limited Cleaver House, Sarus Court, Manor Park, Cheshire WA7 1UL

    Enclose the following information: (a) Your name, address and a full description of the problem. (b) A telephone number where you can be reached during business hours. (c) Your units serial number. (d) Proof of purchase.

    For full warranty terms and conditions please contact our support team: [email protected].

    Components IncludedFeaturesRegistering LynxInstalling LynxPower Connection & ChargingOperating Instructions1. Using Lynx for the first time2. Standby Screen3. Adjusting the Volume4. Target Button5. Logic Modes7. Road TypeFeatures and Settings1. Speed Limit Alert2. Select Road Type3. Set Volume4. Set Alert Tone5. Voice Alerts6. User Points7. Change Language8. Smart Mute9. Set Time10. Logic11. Adjust Brightness12. Schools13. High Risk Zones14. Satellite Status15. Speed Type16. Change Screen Colour17. Key Sound18. Vehicle Tracking and Reporting19. VersionMotorcycle InstallationTroubleshooting SpecificationSnooper Accessories & Price ListService under Warranty


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